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Philonese Simmions
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Philonese Simmions replied to Linda's discussion Pet Jewelery"For my peyote dog collars I used a computer program called Bead Tool. You can design freeform or scan in a photo. Then you have a choice of telling the program that you want to do peyote, 2 or 3 drop peyote, square stitch, brick stitch or loom. You…"
Philonese Simmions replied to Linda's discussion Pet Jewelery"I have made peyote dog collars. A couple I have sold and I have also donated some to the rescue group that I got my Shih Tzu, Asia from here are some."
Leigh left a comment for Philonese Simmions"Your work is awesome!!! So gorgeous - I absolutely love your cuff bracelets. Did you take a class to learn this or are you self taught? - Leigh"
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- Why are you visiting?
- Just visiting
- What is your favorite type of jewelry to make?
- Bracelets
- Tell us about yourself! What makes you interesting, unique, funny, talented, or...?
- I am a commercial photographer and have been in business for 20 years. I have always had to have a creative outlet and have changed that outlet two or three times. From making my own clothes, which was as advanced as tailoring, to photography. I started string about 6 years ago which was only partically satisfying. 5 years ago I discovered off loom weaving I was finally home and
- What is your favorite jewelry making style or medium?
- bead weaving
- What best describes your style?
- unique
- What are your favorite colors in making jewelry?
- earth tones
- What are your favorite beads and stones for making jewelry?
- seed beads
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- At 2:43am on October 11, 2009, Leigh said…
- Your work is awesome!!! So gorgeous - I absolutely love your cuff bracelets. Did you take a class to learn this or are you self taught? - Leigh
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